Posted on Sep 01, 2025 / USA
Wall Street is on edge as investors prepare for a wave of labor data releases in early September, including the all-important August jobs report. After a summer rally pushed the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq to record highs, markets are now vulnerable to even minor shifts in economic signals. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s hints at possible interest rate cuts have been fueling cautious optimism—but central bankers are walking a tightrope between easing policy and guarding against inflation. Market strategists warn of “extreme sensitivity” to any upward or downward surprises in upcoming figures. Political pressure, including from President Trump, adds another layer of uncertainty to Fed policy. Traders are advised to monitor the labor indicators closely, as any deviation could trigger sharp swings across sectors.
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